On October 14, 2026, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 85 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Anne, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Brent and Viv, Paul and Deb, Grant and Paulette, Michelle, and Sarah and Tim. Loved stepfather of Aimee and Michael, Meg and Rich, and Nik and Will. Treasured Grandad of his 30 mokopuna. Loved extended family member and a loved and respected friend of many. Sincere thanks to the staff of the Nurse Maude Community Team, and Christchurch Hospital (Ward 17) for their compassionate care of David. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late David Liebezeit, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude in memory of David would be appreciated and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz. A memorial service to celebrate David’s life will be held at AvonPark, corner Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on October 28, at 10.30am.